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SR. CATEGORY DEVELOPMENT MANAGER (HYBRID)

Foodbuy
Charlotte, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 3/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/8/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Who is Foodbuy?

We are the industry leader in procurement and supply chain solutions. We are the subsidiary to the 6th largest company in the world (Compass Group PLC), yet Foodbuy has the feel of a small entrepreneurial Company. We pride ourselves on our ability to source and provide a variety of products and services that help our customers more easily, and cost effectively, run their businesses. We work with clients in the Hospitality, Restaurant, Healthcare, Education, Entertainment, and Gaming industries, and of course we support Compass Group which is the world’s largest contract food and support services provider.

Why Foodbuy?

We care about our associates, our clients, and our community. We think big, encourage innovation and debate, and seek out game changers. Our benefits and PTO offerings are strong. Our compensation packages are competitive. And we are constantly growing, and we want our associates’ careers to grow along with us. We have an open and modern work environment, believe in flexibility, and promote a collaborative open door environment.

Additionally, we follow a value system called People FIRST , which stands for F lexibility, I nclusion, R esults, S ustainability and T ransparency. People FIRST is the foundation for everything we do at Foodbuy. It is how we connect and interact with our clients, business partners and fellow associates.

Job Summary

The Sr. Category Development Manager is responsible for execution and strategic oversight of assigned categories, including negotiation, budgeting, forecasting, aligning customer needs with program.

Responsibilities :

  • Participate in the financial planning and forecasting process.
  • Develop category sourcing strategy and recommendations in conjunction with key business partners.
  • Conduct industry analysis to provide proactive insight to develop a 3-year category strategy.
  • Partner with Sourcing team to support negotiating & executing preferred supplier contracts.
  • Provide ongoing trend analysis (business performance & drivers) to seize value-creating opportunities & corrective actions.
  • Research current state and future needs, analysis of market trends and potential suppliers, and identification of continuous improvement opportunities.
  • Responsible for development of comprehensive strategy reports
  • Identify, design & execute cost savings projects within assigned categories.
  • Manage supplier performance - escalation resolution management.
  • Create & deliver presentations with customer & competitive insights, recommendations.
  • Ownership of required internal processes including budgeting, contract attributes, benchmarking, pricing, product recommendations, etc.

Requirements :

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in supply chain, category, finance, or related field; supplier management experience preferred.
  • Strong negotiations experience
  • Presentation Experience
  • Ability to extract insights from complex data sets using advanced excel skills.
  • Ability to influence through direct and indirect teams.
  • Knowledge / Experience of budgets and forecasting
  • High proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word & PowerPoint
  • Travel is up to 5% annually.
  • Apply to Foodbuy today!

    Foodbuy is a member of Compass Group USA

    Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story

    Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

    Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer : this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

    Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

    Foodbuy maintains a drug-free workplace.

    Associates at Foodbuy are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance / AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site / state)
  • Personal Leave
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Associates may also be eligible for paid and / or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

    Req ID :   1405509

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